Oh, that's right. He went over to France! Haha.
Unless you're a vet, and in this case in particular, a WWII veteran, let's give them our utmost respect (both British and American in this case) and avoid diminishing their sacrifice in a tit for tat exchange with friends on the internet.
I believe that there's a clear distinction between dogging soccer a little, wondering why anyone would put a spotted dick in his mouth, joking about language differences and cultural quirks, and using WWII as a sarcastic barb.
Not intended to call out anyone in particular. Just my opinion at the turn the thread has taken. This is supposed to be light hearted, if I understand the intent of the thread right.
So, with that said, I wonder how Jamie Oliver ever learned to cook. In Britain, you only have two ways to prepare food: boiled or fried. It's a wonder you survive to adulthood on your diet!
It doesn't? American food is AWESOME! From the deliciousness that is Southern Cooking, to the awesomeness that is Cajun food, to the seafood on both coasts to what REALLY makes American food rock: the fusions we have invented as a result of the huge mash of culinary styles present.
It's gotta have the 3 B's..It doesn't? American food is AWESOME! From the deliciousness that is Southern Cooking, to the awesomeness that is Cajun food, to the seafood on both coasts to what REALLY makes American food rock: the fusions we have invented as a result of the huge mash of culinary styles present.
American versions of Asian, Mexican and Italian foods are inspired by, but truly distinct versions of food. American food kicks butt.
British food? Well, it's no wonder they make good, strong beer. Masks the taste of the fried offal! Hehe.
I'll add that throughout our country, our ability to char meat over open flames is as good as anyone's. As a country, we have taken cooking over flame to a new level, from rubs to sauces, hot, sweet or both, our BBQ and Grilling is top tier.
. I also think the British have assimilated other foods better than we did. The big American brands in our grocery store tend to have Americanized versions of ethnic foods, where stalwart British brands have adopted (for example) curries and the like that are very close to what one might find in India.
It's gotta have the 3 B's..
Beer Butter and Bacon.
Carol, I've been there. I'm just giving them crap. Don't steal my thunder!You really ought to visit Europe sometime Steve. It will give you an interesting perspective on our comparative lifestyles, including the cooking
Smaller countries, smaller buildings, and easier transports. Less room for refridgerators and freezers, less dependence on flash-frozen items, easier to transport foodstuffs about....at least that's my take on it. Certainly, modern European countries import different types of food from all over the world, but I think the finest examples of British cuisine can be found with locally grown livestock/game and cheeses (Cheddar, England gave us a cheese.....I forget what its called, but I think Americans kinda diggit :lol2
Also...British candy puts ours to shame. I'd hate to think of what my waistline would be like if Cadbury Crunchie bars, Aero bars, Turkish Delight, or Allsorts were widely sold here.
I'd put our BBQ up against the Aussies anytime. And would thoroughly enjoy the results. Mmmmm... bbq.
